JOB POSTING #899459
Position: Manager, Performance and Analytics
Department: Altum Health
Site: Toronto Western Hospital
Reports to: Director, Programs & Quality
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Status: Permanent Full-time
The University Health Network, encompasses Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute and the Michener Institute of Education. The breadth of research, the complexity of the cases treated, and the magnitude of its educational enterprise has made UHN a national and international resource for patient care, research and education. UHN is Canada’s largest research teaching hospital, brings together over 16,000 employees, more than 1,200 physicians, 8,000+ students, and many volunteers. We focus on creating a workplace where people enjoy the challenge of their career, create and engage in best practices and are treated with respect.
About Altum Health
Altum Health is a division of University Health Network, Canada’s premier academic research hospital. In collaboration with top professionals in healthcare, Altum Health offers a unique opportunity for service provision and client-centered initiatives that contribute to exceptional quality standards.
Our highly talented teams aid to deliver quality services and outcomes to injured clients. We are leaders in disability management with expertise that spans the continuum of care: Musculoskeletal injury, concussion, post-Covid care and mental health. Providing “The Right Care. Always” means delivering evidence based care by top multidisciplinary teams, while giving back to the public health system.
Our business model is founded on giving back with total annual net proceeds donated to UHN hospitals. As a part of UHN, all of Altum's net profits goes back into UHN and provide funding for infrastructure, research, and operations – investing in Ontario’s healthcare system. Not only are we making a substantial impact through our unique service offerings, proven outcomes, and capabilities, but with our support, UHN is able to provide more care to more Ontarians and that makes us proud of what we do!
Position Summary
In November 2021, Altum launched its strategic plan for 2021-2024, whereby “Investing in Digital Platforms to Enable Access to Care and Data-Driven Decision Making” was named as a foundational enabler for all strategic priorities. To support this shift, a dedicated Digital Health and Strategic Program Delivery team was created to bring together strategy, operations, data & delivery under one roof.
The Manager of Performance and Analytics will play a key leadership role in this portfolio by listening, collaborating, connecting the dots, and building trust in a team. They are able to think strategically, act practically and implement judiciously all while building commitment to a collective goal.
This dynamic and growth-oriented leadership role will have a unique opportunity to develop and implement a new data strategy to support Altum Health’s transformation. Responsibilities includes modernizing Altum’s data practices, leading innovative data projects, such as implementing predictive analytics and advanced business intelligence capabilities and growing and mentoring a team.
Responsibilities
Manage, coach and develop team members that provide analytical support for performance indicators
Provide technical expertise in the areas of performance and analytics to the organization and data team
Problem solve and apply creative critical thinking to translate data into insights that can create new opportunities for Altum Health
Develop short and long-term goals for the Performance and Analytics team, in accordance with the strategic priorities of Altum Health
Work with senior leaders to devise and implement a new data strategy that leverages current industry best practices in healthcare
Transform business and clinical requirements into data analytics requests and prioritize activities to ensure team resources are used to maximize outcomes
Support internal and external stakeholder engagements to be able to summarize complex analytics concepts into meaningful results
Demonstrate sound judgement in identifying risks and mitigation strategies that may affect the portfolio and/or organization, in a timely manner
Required Qualifications
Bachelor Degree in in Health Informatics, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field required
At least five years of progressively supervisory/management experience
Advanced proficiency in SQL, SAS, MS Power BI
Excellent analytical, problem recognition and resolution skills
Excellent decision making skills with the ability to form and defend independent judgements
Experience working with a diverse group of stakeholders, including clinicians
Experience working with data modules in Epic
Considered an Asset
Masters of Business Administration or Masters of Health Administration, Masters of Data Science or equivalent preferred
Knowledge of hospital, outpatient rehabilitation (e.g., WSIB, etc.) and Independent Examination business processes
Strong knowledge of current data analysis best practices in healthcare
Experience in implementing data projects in a complex organization
Vaccines (COVID-19 and others) are a requirement of the job unless you have an exemption on a medical ground pursuant to the Ontario Human Rights Code
POSTED DATE: June 14, 2022 CLOSING DATE: Until Filled
University Health Network thanks all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
UHN is a respectful, caring, and inclusive workplace. We are committed to championing accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity. Requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process providing the applicant has met the Bona-fide requirements for the open position. Applicants need to make their requirements known when contacted.